Think About It
Special Ed Lyrics


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(Think about it) --> Rakim

[ VERSE 1 ]
Sometime I want to rhyme, but then again I must wait
For the approaching of a toy to introduce him to his fate
Death, I always try to figure out why
Sucker MC's want to battle me when they know they will die
In the end, so why pretend you're livin trifle
I'ma rope you up like a cowboy, stifle
Your throat with my microphone cord, cause I'm the lord
Of the rhyme, some people say that they can never get bored
Cause I'm exciting, pleasurable listening
I'm only tryin to show you what your records keep on missing, and
I'm only tryin to help our your crew, and
I know I must forgive ya, cause you don't know what you're doin
So sucker MC's, please think twice
Would you join the navy if you didn't like the gravy and rice?
Think about it

(Think about it)

[ VERSE 2 ]
Think about that, then think about this
If I tried to hit you, do you think that I would miss?
Well, I'm fast, I only hit the center, mass and head
I'm Special Ed, funkadelic relic of the ages
If you like this, then I got pages and pages
Some dumb bubbleyum bubblegum chewin
Chumps be screwin
I the fly, I wonder why
What's the reason for the treason, huh, you want to die?
I'm high-post, higher than most
Not from France, but I eat french toast
I'm international, I make the cash in all ways
Got dollars in my pocket, cause man, it pays
To be smart, I turn my art into an empire
Cause I grow and grow, so you know I never tire
Got the status and the clout, no doubt
Of all time, I got the rhyme to take you out
Cause my rap is like a trap that you fall into
I'm Special Ed, now who the hell are you?
You're unknown, don't even own a microphone
You can't rap, you make me want to cap a stone
In your eye, why do you persist to make noise
When ever since I was a kid I never did like toys
I get furious, leavin MC's curious
In a daze, my hits do faze
I recommend you listen to the phrase that pays
Don't jest, you won't succeed
I make you bleed till you need a transfusion
This is no illusion
I know you're gettin blurried, don't worry, it's confusion
Of the mind, don't whine, you can't cry forever
It'll take your life to decipher the clever
Rhymes that I say in the way that I do
Akshun Luv, my deejay, I guess it's on you
But is there anybody better? I doubt it
And if you think you are, I think you better think about it

(Think about it)

[ VERSE 3 ]
The lyrics are suffice, suffice are my lyrics
Idolized by the public, praised by the critics
Worth more than gold, longer than a giraffe
Take em to the pawn shop, get a yard and a half
And I'm the creator of the rhymes you praise
All of y'all with the gall I will leave in a daze
Try to battle me, and I'ma make it my job
To burn you as I turn you like a shishkebab
Cause yo, the style that I portrait is the style of a leader
If you' re really gonna battle me, you're really gonna need a
Whole crew, not two, three or four
You gonna need a whole posse, a mossie or more
Cause I'm strong, rap long, yet the rhymes don't drag
Like a bag full of tricks or a trick in a bag
I'm uprising, surprising
Not a nag, not antagonizing
Cause I'm full of fun, and I got a gun
To kill MC's fresher than me, but there are none
Cause I've looked everywhere
Under every rock, in every chair
MC's they try to hide when I get hot
I know that they hide, but where I know not
You're nothin but a sucker, chump you're scared
You tried to battle me, but you wasn't prepared
You slept, I crept up, shot your drawers
And now you're runnin for your life like you're swimmin from Jaws
But go, I know that you've learned your lesson
Go to church, just confess, and
Tell the preacher you committed sin
You battled Special Ed when you couldn't win
Tried, you cried, you shouted, you pouted
But I told ya - you should thought about it





(Think about it)

Overall Meaning

In Special Ed's song "Think About It," the rapper discusses his feelings towards other MC's who try to battle him. In the first verse, Special Ed questions why anyone would try to battle him when they know they will ultimately end up losing. He goes on to compare himself to a cowboy, saying that he will "rope you up" with his microphone cord. In the second verse, he talks about his status and clout in the rap game, saying that he has an empire and makes cash in all ways. He also warns other MC's that they will need a whole crew to battle him, not just a few people.


Throughout the song, it is clear that Special Ed takes his position in the rap world seriously and is not afraid to let other MC's know that they cannot come up against him. His flow is smooth and confident, and he uses clever wordplay and metaphors to convey his message. The overall message of the song seems to be that if you're going to try and battle Special Ed, you better think long and hard about it and come prepared with your best material.


Line by Line Meaning

(Think about it)
Reflect on this and consider it carefully


Sometime I want to rhyme, but then again I must wait
There are times when I feel like rapping, but I often have to be patient


For the approaching of a toy to introduce him to his fate
I wait for a challenger to step up and face their inevitable defeat


Death, I always try to figure out why
I contemplate why other MCs choose to battle me knowing they will lose


Sucker MC's want to battle me when they know they will die
These weak MCs foolishly challenge me even though they're aware of their impending defeat


In the end, so why pretend you're livin trifle
There's no point in pretending to have a meaningful existence when you engage in trivial battles


I'ma rope you up like a cowboy, stifle
I will metaphorically capture and silence you like a skilled cowboy


Your throat with my microphone cord, cause I'm the lord
I will strangle you with the cord of my microphone because I am the master of my craft


Of the rhyme, some people say that they can never get bored
I possess such a captivating and entertaining style that people claim they can never tire of it


Cause I'm exciting, pleasurable listening
My rhymes are thrilling and bring joy to those who listen


I'm only tryin to show you what your records keep on missing, and
I aim to reveal to you the elements lacking in your own music


I'm only tryin to help our your crew, and
I'm attempting to assist and elevate your crew's skills


I know I must forgive ya, cause you don't know what you're doin
I must show mercy because you're unaware of the foolishness of your actions


So sucker MC's, please think twice
I implore these weak MCs to reconsider their decision before challenging me


Would you join the navy if you didn't like the gravy and rice?
Think about whether you would willingly enter a situation not suited to your tastes


Think about it
Take a moment to contemplate and reflect


Think about that, then think about this
Consider the previous point and then ponder this new one


If I tried to hit you, do you think that I would miss?
Do you believe I would fail to strike my target if I attempted to harm you?


Well, I'm fast, I only hit the center, mass and head
I possess speed and accuracy, aiming for the vital areas when attacking


I'm Special Ed, funkadelic relic of the ages
I am Special Ed, a unique and timeless figure in the realm of hip-hop


If you like this, then I got pages and pages
If you enjoy what I'm delivering, I have an abundance of material to offer


Some dumb bubbleyum bubblegum chewin
Referring to other rappers as simple-minded individuals who chew bubblegum


Chumps be screwin
These foolish individuals often make mistakes or ruin things


I the fly, I wonder why
I am the coolest and most stylish, questioning the motivations of others


What's the reason for the treason, huh, you want to die?
Why would someone betray or challenge me, knowingly inviting their own demise?


I'm high-post, higher than most
I hold a superior position and am more elevated than the majority


Not from France, but I eat french toast
Despite not being French, I still enjoy eating French toast


I'm international, I make the cash in all ways
My talents are recognized and financially rewarded across borders and in various ways


Got dollars in my pocket, cause man, it pays
I am financially successful and have money in my pocket because my skills are valued


To be smart, I turn my art into an empire
I utilize my intelligence to transform my artistic abilities into a vast empire


Cause I grow and grow, so you know I never tire
I constantly evolve and expand, never becoming fatigued or stagnant


Got the status and the clout, no doubt
I possess a respected and influential position, undoubtedly


Of all time, I got the rhyme to take you out
Throughout history, I possess the rhymes that can defeat any opponent


Cause my rap is like a trap that you fall into
My rap style is captivating and ensnares those who listen


I'm Special Ed, now who the hell are you?
I proudly declare my identity as Special Ed and question the significance of those challenging me


You're unknown, don't even own a microphone
You lack recognition and don't even possess the basic tool of an MC, a microphone


You can't rap, you make me want to cap a stone
Your inability to rap frustrates and annoys me to the point where I want to throw a stone at you


In your eye, why do you persist to make noise
I wonder why you continue to make a commotion and draw attention to yourself


When ever since I was a kid I never did like toys
Since childhood, I have never been interested in trivial and childish things


I get furious, leavin MC's curious
My anger intensifies, leaving other MCs in a state of curiosity


In a daze, my hits do faze
My strikes leave my opponents disoriented and bewildered


I recommend you listen to the phrase that pays
I suggest that you pay attention to the valuable advice and words I deliver


Don't jest, you won't succeed
Don't underestimate the seriousness of the situation, as you will not achieve victory


I make you bleed till you need a transfusion
I inflict so much damage and defeat upon you that you require medical assistance


This is no illusion
The punishment I unleash upon you is very real and not a trick or deception


I know you're gettin blurried, don't worry, it's confusion
I am aware that you're becoming perplexed, but you shouldn't be concerned, it's just part of the disorientation


Of the mind, don't whine, you can't cry forever
This confusion affects your mental state, so don't complain and remember that you can't remain upset indefinitely


It'll take your life to decipher the clever
Decoding the brilliance of my rhymes will consume your entire existence


Rhymes that I say in the way that I do
The rhymes I deliver and the manner in which I deliver them


Akshun Luv, my deejay, I guess it's on you
Akshun Luv, my DJ, it's your turn to take over and showcase your skills


But is there anybody better? I doubt it
I highly doubt there is anyone superior to me in this field


And if you think you are, I think you better think about it
If you believe you're superior, I suggest you reflect on that and reconsider your stance


The lyrics are suffice, suffice are my lyrics
My lyrics are abundant and satisfactory, and vice versa


Idolized by the public, praised by the critics
I am revered and admired by the general public and receive acclaim from critics


Worth more than gold, longer than a giraffe
My value surpasses that of gold, and my career has endured longer than a giraffe's neck


Take em to the pawn shop, get a yard and a half
If you were to sell my lyrics, you could fetch a significant sum of money


And I'm the creator of the rhymes you praise
I am the originator of the rhymes that receive your admiration


All of y'all with the gall I will leave in a daze
Those of you with audacity will be left confused and bewildered by my skills


Try to battle me, and I'ma make it my job
If you attempt to challenge me, I will make it my mission to defeat you


To burn you as I turn you like a shishkebab
I will metaphorically grill and skewer you like a shishkebab, subjecting you to intense humiliation


Cause yo, the style that I portrait is the style of a leader
The manner in which I present myself showcases the qualities of a dominant and influential figure


If you' re really gonna battle me, you're really gonna need a
If you genuinely intend to battle me, you will require


Whole crew, not two, three or four
An entire team, not just a few individuals


You gonna need a whole posse, a mossie or more
You will require a large group or even more than that


Cause I'm strong, rap long, yet the rhymes don't drag
I possess strength and can rap for extended periods without losing momentum


Like a bag full of tricks or a trick in a bag
Like a bag packed with surprises or a person who is themselves a surprise


I'm uprising, surprising
I am a force to be reckoned with, frequently catching others off guard


Not a nag, not antagonizing
I am not a complainer nor do I purposefully provoke or confront others


Cause I'm full of fun, and I got a gun
I exude a playful energy, and my lyrical prowess is like a weapon


To kill MC's fresher than me, but there are none
I possess the ability to annihilate MCs who may be more recent in their career, yet none exist


Cause I've looked everywhere
I have searched every corner and avenue


Under every rock, in every chair
Even in the most unlikely places and situations


MC's they try to hide when I get hot
When I am at my peak and most formidable, other MCs attempt to hide


I know that they hide, but where I know not
I am aware they are concealing themselves, but I'm uncertain of their exact location


You're nothin but a sucker, chump you're scared
You are utterly worthless and a coward, displaying fear


You tried to battle me, but you wasn't prepared
You foolishly attempted to challenge me, but you were ill-equipped and unready


You slept, I crept up, shot your drawers
While you were unaware, I approached quietly and startled you, causing you to lose control


And now you're runnin for your life like you're swimmin from Jaws
Now you're desperately fleeing as if being chased by a dangerous predator like the shark in Jaws


But go, I know that you've learned your lesson
Now go, as I am certain that you have gained wisdom from this experience


Go to church, just confess, and
Seek solace and redemption by going to a place of worship and confessing your wrongdoings


Tell the preacher you committed sin
Confess to the preacher that you engaged in sinful actions


You battled Special Ed when you couldn't win
You foolishly challenged me, Special Ed, even though victory was impossible for you


Tried, you cried, you shouted, you pouted
You made futile attempts, cried, shouted, and sulked


But I told ya - you should thought about it
I warned you that you should have considered the consequences and reconsidered your actions


(Think about it)
Reflect on this and consider it carefully




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDWARD ARCHER, HOWARD THOMPSON

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Comments from YouTube:

Robert Hullihendw

51 years old and still reciting the lyrics. I grew up to this!! Better than the crap of today.

Wal Jay

Music is a generational construct, out parents thought rap music in the 80s and 90s was noise and crap. Now we call the current hip hop crap, same thing out parents said.

Cupid Williams

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ninamariemelina

45 I had a super crush on special Ed frfr

shanswan waters

No rapper ever in history has ever used a hovercraft in their video. Special Ed is the first and the last to do this. Real hip-hop !!!

HottessFlix

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NestaGlobal

This still sounds good after all these years. The production and lyrics are excellent.

Courtney Collins

STILL Bumpin @SpecialED IN #2021!!!!!!πŸ™ŒπŸ½πŸ‘πŸ½πŸ‘πŸ½πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸŽΆπŸŽ€πŸŽΆπŸŽ€πŸŽ€πŸ˜˜πŸ’‹πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’žπŸ’›

Charles Blocker

Your unknown don't even own a microphone!!!
Crushed em with that!!!!

Vincent Williams

β€œYou’re unknown, don’t even own a microphone, you can’t rap”!!!

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